Smith, Flannery spark the offense and defense does the rest in Harvard’s 30-7 win over Holy Cross

Cambridge, Mass. (AP) — In Harvard's 30-7 victory over Holy Cross on Saturday, Charlie Smith's passing game and Kise Flannery's rushing contributed to the Crimson's success. Smith completed 19 of 32 passes and threw for 297 yards, including a 67-yard touchdown to Henry Shoemaker. Flannery ran for two touchdowns, including a 10-yard score with 4 minutes and 30 seconds remaining.

Harvard took a 13-7 halftime lead after Flannery's 1-yard touchdown run and two 37-yard field goals from Kieran Corr. The Crusaders, averaging 39.5 points in their last two games, only scored on a halfback pass for 51 yards. Kise Flannery and Henry Shoemaker were the top performers for Harvard, with Flannery's rushing and two touchdowns, and Shoemaker's 67-yard touchdown connection.

Holy Cross (2-5) scored only on Jake Croce's 51-yard pass to Joseph Williams in the second quarter. Harvard has won four straight games against Holy Cross, leading the series 49-26-2.